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dbx goRack User Manual

dbx goRack
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Owner’s Manual
PERFORMANCE PROCESSOR
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dbx goRack Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input Channels2
Output Channels2
InputsXLR, 1/4" TRS
OutputsXLR
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Dimensions1.75" H x 4.75" W x 5.75" D
Weight1.5 lbs
Dynamic Range110 dB

Summary

Warranty Information

Technical Support and Service

Product Overview

User Interface and Connectors

Top Panel Controls

Details the 7-segment display, volume encoder, input gain knobs, signal LEDs, and buttons.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Describes combination input jacks, MIC/LINE switches, AUX input, and XLR outputs.

Setup Procedures

Making Audio Connections

Instructions for connecting audio sources to the goRack and outputs to speakers.

Applying Power Safely

Guidelines for connecting the power adapter and powering up the system.

Configuring GoRack Routing

Mono Routing Configuration

Default setting, sums inputs to both outputs; ideal for solo artists/duos.

Stereo Routing Configuration

Maintains stereo imaging for conventional stereo PA systems.

Advanced Routing Configuration

Mono MIC/LINE, stereo AUX; includes Subharmonic Synthesis and EQ for AUX.

Setting Initial System Levels

Operating The GoRack

Master Volume Control

Adjusts main output volume post-compression and pre-limiting.

Output Limiter and Clipping Indicator

Prevents harsh digital clipping; a dot indicates clipping.

Anti-Feedback Processing

Anti-Feedback Width Options

Details Music (Narrow), Music/Speech (Medium), and Speech (Wide) filter width settings.

Compressor Module Operation

Subharmonic Synthesizer Operation

Equalizer (EQ) Presets

Bass Boost EQ Preset

Adds body, similar to raising the LOW tone control on a stereo system.

More Sub EQ Preset

Adds bass definition, tames overly bright systems.

Venue EQ Preset

For slightly bright systems with lacking bass, good for reverberant rooms.

EDM/Pop EQ Preset

Enhanced bass/treble, midrange scoop. Classic "smiley face" curve.

Deep EQ Preset

Enhances bass, scoops low-midrange, provides a deeper, sub-bass sound.

Treble Cut EQ Preset

Tames treble frequencies, reduces "bright" and "harsh" sounds.

Acoustic EQ Preset

Optimized for live acoustic guitar performance.

Rock EQ Preset

Suited for live rock music performance.

Loudness EQ Preset

Balances system when operated at louder levels.

Mid Boost EQ Preset

Adds midrange definition to systems lacking it.

De-Mud EQ Preset

Reduces "mud" which can build up around the 300 Hz region.

Speech EQ Preset

Reduces low-frequency noise, increases speech intelligibility.

Mid Cut EQ Preset

Tames "boxy" systems with excessive midrange frequencies.

Bass Cut EQ Preset

Tames boomy/muddy bass, similar to lowering the LOW tone control.

Jazz EQ Preset

Optimized for the reproduction of a live jazz performance.

Treble Boost EQ Preset

Adds top-end "air" and "clarity" to systems lacking it.

Application Diagrams and Notes

Speech/Presentation Setup Diagram

Connects microphone, portable device, and speakers for speech and presentations.

Solo Artist/Duo Performance Setup Diagram

Connects microphones, instruments, and player for solo/duo performances.

Band Performance/DJ Setup Diagram

Connects mixer outputs to goRack for band or DJ performances.

Using Powered Subwoofers Setup Diagram

Connects mixer to goRack for DJ/live performance with subwoofers.

Technical Information

Audio Cable Diagrams

Visual guides for TRS, TS, and XLR audio cable connections.

Product Specifications

Additional Resources